The World Bank's Climate Change Knowledge Portal (CCKP) is a comprehensive, free online resource that provides access to climate data, projections, and country-specific climate information for development planning and climate risk assessment worldwide.
Developed by the World Bank Group in collaboration with leading climate research institutions, CCKP offers authoritative climate information for 196 countries and territories, making it an essential tool for policymakers, development practitioners, researchers, and climate professionals globally.
Whether you're working on adaptation planning, development projects, climate risk assessment, or policy development, CCKP provides accessible, science-based climate information to support evidence-based decision-making.
1. Free Global Climate Information
CCKP provides completely free access to comprehensive climate data and analysis.
- No registration or subscription required
- Global coverage for all countries and territories
- Authoritative data from leading climate research centers
- Regular updates with latest climate science
This makes it an invaluable resource for international development and climate planning.
2. Country-Specific Climate Profiles
The portal offers detailed country climate profiles including:
Current Climate:
- Temperature and precipitation patterns
- Seasonal variations and climate zones
- Extreme weather events and trends
- Historical climate observations
Climate Projections:
- Future temperature and precipitation changes
- Extreme events projections (heat waves, droughts, floods)
- Sea level rise projections for coastal countries
- Multiple emission scenarios (RCP 2.6, 4.5, 8.5)
3. Sectoral Climate Information
CCKP provides climate information tailored to key sectors:
- Agriculture: Temperature and precipitation impacts on crops
- Water Resources: Drought and flood risk projections
- Coastal Zones: Sea level rise and storm surge risks
- Health: Heat stress and disease vector changes
- Energy: Heating and cooling demand projections
- Infrastructure: Climate risks to transportation and utilities
4. Climate Risk Screening Tools
The portal includes tools for climate risk assessment:
- Climate risk country profiles with key vulnerabilities
- Climate hazard mapping and risk indicators
- Threshold analysis for critical climate variables
- Trend analysis for identifying climate changes
- Comparison tools for different countries and regions
5. Data Visualization and Analysis
CCKP features powerful visualization capabilities:
- Interactive maps and charts
- Time series analysis tools
- Climate indicator comparisons
- Scenario analysis capabilities
- Customizable dashboards for specific needs
Users can explore climate data through intuitive interfaces and generate custom visualizations.
6. Policy and Planning Resources
The portal supports evidence-based decision making with:
- National adaptation plans (NAP) guidance and templates
- Climate policy best practices and frameworks
- Development project climate screening tools
- Climate finance mechanisms and opportunities
- Vulnerability assessments and adaptation strategies
- Case studies and lessons learned from global experiences
7. Data Access and Integration
CCKP offers flexible data access options:
- Online data explorer for interactive analysis
- Data downloads in multiple formats
- API access for automated data retrieval
- Integration with development planning tools
- Technical documentation and metadata
Getting Started with CCKP
- Visit the portal at climateknowledgeportal.worldbank.org
- Select a country or region of interest
- Explore climate data and projections
- Access sectoral information relevant to your work
- Download data and reports for further analysis
Use Cases
- Development Planning: Integrate climate considerations into projects
- Adaptation Strategy: Develop evidence-based adaptation plans
- Risk Assessment: Evaluate climate risks for investments
- Policy Development: Support climate-informed policy making
- Research Projects: Access standardized global climate data
- Capacity Building: Train stakeholders on climate information
The Climate Change Knowledge Portal bridges the gap between climate science and development practice, providing accessible, actionable climate information for building climate resilience worldwide.
